Hospital Purchasing Coordinator

Centinela Hospital Medical Center; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BioMedical Services, Inc. seeks a Purchasing Coordinator to support Materials Management and Supply Chain, procuring goods and services for internal and external customers in a hospital setting.

You will communicate with department managers about discrepancies, backorders, and pricing; confirm POs with vendors; and work with Receiving and Accounting to resolve material issues and ensure on-time deliveries. This full-time, day-shift role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• AA Degree preferred
• Previous hospital purchasing experience preferred
• Minimum of one-year of general office experience
• Knowledge involving the acquisition of equipment, supplies and policies & procedures
• Knowledge of computer-based inventory systems
• Ability to utilize MMIS and EDI
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist requisitioners and other hospital staff in procuring goods and services for internal and external customers
• Identify, research, analyze and resolve purchasing issues with other departments and suppliers
• Communicate with department managers regarding discrepancies, pricing, substitutes and backorders
• Confirm purchase orders with outside vendors
• Follow through with problem orders to ensure timely delivery
• Work with Receiving and Accounting on problematic materials or transactions
• Monitor delivery expectations for all incoming materials and inter-department communication of delays
• Expedite and improve delivery performance with suppliers
• Review inventory order patterns and quantities
• Maintain open communication with all departments
• Prioritize duties for optimum productivity
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Purchasing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

AA Degree preferred

Tools

MMIS

EDI

Job description

BioMedical Services, Inc. seeks a Purchasing Coordinator to support Materials Management and Supply Chain, procuring goods and services for internal and external customers in a hospital setting.

You will communicate with department managers about discrepancies, backorders, and pricing; confirm POs with vendors; and work with Receiving and Accounting to resolve material issues and ensure on-time deliveries. This full-time, day-shift role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities